Mason County Bus routes not running 12/20/2022
131 - Phil Lanz- Leon & Point Jr/Sr High School
172 - Vacancy-Leon & Point Jr/Sr High School
111 - David Gardner-Beale & Point Jr/Sr High School
Tara Herbert from United Way came to thank Mason County Schools for Partnering with them for Read Across the River Cities and presented us with a Blenko vase as well as a donation of coats, hats, gloves, and scarves. Thank you River Cities United Way
Mason County Bus Routes not running 12/19/2022
Bus 205-Jenny Kennedy-Hannan and Ashton
Mason County Bus Routes not running 12/16/2022
Bus 192-Doris Settle - Beale and PPJrSrHS
Mason County students enjoyed a Holiday "Whobilation" with menu items of Roast Beast, WhoMash, Grinch Green Beans, Schlotts Knots, Snowflake Flurries and Whoville Feast Treats.
We would like to thank our cooks for always ensuring top food safety, sanitation and quality. Another thanks to, as some of the children at Ashton Elementary called him, a celebrity TV personality, a chef, and Santa Clause himself-- our very own Superintendent, Dr. Burdette.
The Office of Child Nutrition wishes you and your family a blessed Holiday Season!
Nutrition Tips: See Red and Green this season!
Red fruits contain nutrients lycopene, fiber, vitamin A and vitamin C that can help protect the body against heart disease, these include red apples, cherries, cranberries, red grapes, pomegranates, raspberries, strawberries, and watermelon.
Green fruits and vegetables contain phytochemical, lutein and indoles that help protect against certain cancers and help maintain eye and bone health.
To “Go Green” add avocado slices to salads and sandwiches, add green peppers to pizza or salads, or create a fruit salad with kiwi, green grapes and honeydew melon.
Mason County Bus Routes not running 12/15/2022
Bus 193 Karen Pauley-New Haven and Wahama
Mason County Bus Routes not running 12/14/2022
Bus #121- Dwayne Kelly - ASHTON, BEALE, HHS & PPHS
Bus #2086- Misty Bowen- ASHTON & HHS
Bus # 2092- KD Hess- ROOSEVELT & PPHS
The Mason County Board of Education recognized the first place winners from the county level Science Fair at the 12/13/2022 Board Meeting #MasonProud
The Mason County Board of Education Meeting is live tonight 12/13/2022 at 6:00 PM https://youtube.com/live/KBZBxQUvwgU?feature=share
Mason County Bus routes not running 12/13/2022-Route 205-Jenny Kennedy and Route 224- Kenny Reynolds
Mason County Schools is always excited to see our students, families, and community members. #MasonProud #LoveMyWVSchool
Join us tomorrow at the Mason County Family Christmas.
Mason County Schools was well represented at the annual Point Pleasant Christmas Parade. It was great weather, and the turnout was fantastic. Thanks to all the county employees who donated their free time to join us #MasonProud
The Mason County Board of Education recognized the first place winners from the county level Social Studies Fair at the 11/29/2022 Board Meeting #MasonProud
The Mason County Board of Education Meeting is live tonight 11/29/2022 at 6:00 PM https://youtu.be/6OFD5qutrYI
Come join us for the Mason County Family Christmas. Saturday December 10, 2022, from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM at the old Central School Gym.
Feast mode: activated!
Mason County students enjoyed their holiday meal today. We would like to thank everyone that helped serve, we couldn't have done it without you. A special thank you to our Superintendent, Dr. Burdette, for serving and eating lunch with the students. We are Mason County proud and wish everyone a blessed holiday season.
Thanksgiving Turkey Tips:
Plan ahead. Cut down on holiday anxiety and stress by planning ahead. Plan the menu two to three weeks before the holiday. Shopping early for your Thanksgiving meal will ease the countdown tension.
Fresh or Frozen? That is one of the Thanksgiving turkey questions. There is no difference in quality between a fresh or frozen turkey. You can buy a frozen turkey in advance and take advantage of special sales. Fresh turkeys provide convenience because they don’t require thawing, but they have shorter shelf lives. Before buying, make sure there is enough space in the refrigerator or freezer.
When to buy the bird. A whole frozen turkey takes about 24 hours per four to five pounds to thaw in the refrigerator. Purchase a frozen turkey as far in advance as necessary to safely thaw it in the refrigerator. If buying fresh, purchase it only one to two days before the meal and keep it refrigerated.
How do you know when it’s done? A whole turkey is safe when cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (°F) throughout, as measured with a food thermometer. Insert a food thermometer into the innermost part of the thigh and wing and the thickest part of the breast, not touching bone to measure the temperature.
Carving and food safety. Worried about food safety when carving and serving turkey? It’s best to let the turkey rest for 20 minutes before carving to allow juices to set, and it will carve easier. Use a clean cutting board that has a well to catch juices. Make sure the knife is sharp before you start carving.
Storing leftovers. It’s important to store leftover turkey (cut into smaller pieces) in shallow containers and put them in the refrigerator or freezer within two hours of cooking. Use refrigerated leftover turkey, stuffing and gravy within three to four days. If freezing leftovers, use within 2 to 6 months for best quality. Reheat leftovers thoroughly to 165 °F.
Reminder-tomorrow November 18, 2022 is a 2 Hour Early Release for PLC Meetings. Students and Staff will then be on Thanksgiving Break from November 21-25, 2022. School resumes on regular schedule November 28, 2022.
The Principals and Directors participated in a parent involvement activity as part of the monthly principal meeting
The Mason County Board of Education Meeting is live tonight 11/15/2022 at 6:00 PM
https://youtu.be/vMlLbYBckbk